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Five Lenses to Reflect on the Quran

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Five Lenses to Reflect on the Quran

Duration

Each short lesson takes less than 8 minutes to complete. 18 lessons total.

Description

Join Dr. Sohaib Saeed for an inspirational 18-part series of mini-lessons that will teach you how to reflect upon the Quran using the pioneering concept of “Five Lenses”

Topics Covered:

Getting started with Quranic reflection

Preparing the heart for reflection

The lens of wording

The lens of Quranic worlds

The lens of personal experience

The lens of connections

The lens of general lessons

Questions answered:

What does it mean to “Reflect” upon the Quran?

Am I allowed to reflect upon the Quran?

What is the difference between “Tadabbur” and “Tafsir”?

How can I develop a deeper connection with the Quran?

And more!

Ready to embark on a journey that transforms the way you engage with the Quran? Begin today! We will help you track your progress until you’re done.

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What Learners Are Saying

Grounded in Qur’an and Sunnah
The Qur’anic verses, hadiths, and Prophetic guidance are repeatedly praised for grounding the learning in authentic Islamic sources.

Deeper understanding and learning
Feedback highlights increased understanding, new knowledge, and useful insights that learners can carry into future study and worship.

Reflection and self-awareness
Many comments say the lessons prompted honest self-reflection, greater awareness, and a fresh perspective on personal habits and choices.

Greater purpose and intentional use of time
Learners report thinking more intentionally about their time, priorities, and purpose, with a stronger desire to use daily life for what matters most.

Mercy, repentance, and a way back
Learners describe moving from guilt or despair toward sincere repentance, hope in Allah’s mercy, and confidence that returning to Him is always possible.

★ 5 · “Loved the addition of examples, really helped understand the points!!! I think all these lenses are a great guideline to start reflecting! I'll keep them in mind when reading the Quran inshAllah :) Thanks Dr. Sohaib Saeed!”

★ 5 · “This series in the learning plan was a powerful foundation for me to use to approach my Quranic reading and study sessions. Now, I have the tools and confidence to read with purpose and seek more understanding through reflections.”

★ 5 · “Alhamdulillah, I have successfully completed this course and found it to be very beneficial. The lessons were clear, well-organized, and rooted in authentic Islamic knowledge. I truly appreciated the dedication of the instructors and the easy-to-understand explanations. This course has deepened my understanding of the deen and increased my love for learning more. May Allah reward the entire team and accept their efforts. I look forward to joining more courses in the future, In Sha Allah.”

About the author

  • Dr. Sohaib Saeed is a specialist in Tafsir and Quranic Studies, based in Scotland. He earned a degree in this field from Al-Azhar University and went on to complete a PhD at the University of London under the supervision of Professor M.A.S. Abdel Haleem, the renowned translator of the Qur’an. He has taught and researched at several universities in the UK and Europe, and published in leading academic journals. Dr. Sohaib has become known for his translations of classical works of tafsir, including the first volume of The Great Exegesis by Imam Razi. He is the founder and director of the Ibn ‘Ashur Centre for Quranic Studies.

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